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From Wikimedia Commons, the free media repository Species Name: Cardinal Tetra ( Paracheirodon axelrodi )   Description: Cardinal Tetras are small, vibrant freshwater fish native to the Amazon Basin in South America. They are part of the Characidae family and are closely related to the more commonly known Neon Tetras. Cardinal Tetras are named for their striking colors. Their bodies are primarily bright blue, extending from the tip of the nose to the base of the tail, with a prominent horizontal red stripe running from the middle of the body to the base of the tail. The combination of electric blue and vivid red makes them one of the most popular choices among aquarium enthusiasts.     Habitat: Cardinal Tetras are found in slow-moving waters, including tributaries, small rivers, and streams within the Amazon rain forest. They prefer areas with dense vegetation and subdued lighting, mimicking their natural habitat in the wild.     Behavior: These tetras are known for their schooling be

You'll just need a screwdriver to easily remove the screw. No tricky techniques to it but just be careful that the screw won't accidentally fall off else you might lose it. After removing the screw, the filter cover should easily come off as well. The sponge media is the one that filters out the air. You can easily remove it to inspect if it needs cleaning by pulling it out of the filter cover by hand or using a pair of tweezers or clippers. This sponge media really does need some cleaning work. The dust accumulated hinders free passage of air into the compressor. Dust apparently accumulated on the air inlet part of the filter cover. After a quick dusting (you could also wash the sponge with water and dry it out), place the sponge media back into the filter cover. Screw it back and you're done. Pet Links to check-out: MAGS-Pets: www.fb.com/MAGSPets MP Instagram: www.instagram.com/mags_pets MP Twitter: www.twitter.com/magspets MP Blogg

Hello everyone! In this blog post we will walk you through the basic steps on how to make a glass aquarium (we will be making two 15gallon tanks with dimension 24" x 12" x 12") plus we will also be teaching you a quick, cheap, easy & hassle-free way to make a background for your tank, What you will need: Materials: Glass, Silicon tube, Masking tape, Styrofoam board, Charol plastic sheet, Shampoo (any brand), Newspapers Tools: Caulking gun, Cutter knife, Scissors, Plastic card Purchasing the glass First of all, you'll need to go to your local aluminum & glass supply shop and purchase the glass you will need for your project. Use the chart below to determine the standard dimensions of the tank you want to make (forgot the source of the chart so if you guys know kindly post it on the comments section).     Making the Tank Now that we have our glass, time to get out the caulking gun and silicon tube so we can start assembling our glass

Kitchie lids, chikle lid and cheek lids, are a few of the names that unknowing fish enthusiasts, especially those who are new to the hobby, call these awesome collection of colorful fishes. The correct way to pronounce the word cichlid however, is "sick-lid". One particular group of cichlids that we at MAGS-Pets are trying to introduce to the local hobbyists are Lake Malawi Cichlids. They are one of the most popular type of cichlids available in the aquarium hobby today, due to the fact that they are hardy and they come in a wide range of colors and variety. The basic stuff you will need so you can take home this awesome group of fish and amaze your family and friend are listed below. Take some time to check it out. 1. An aquarium (obviously) - If you're dealing with a group of juvenile or cichlid fry, a 15 gallon tank will suffice for a start (standard dimension:24"x12"x12"). In a couple of months you will need bigger tank to house your